Electro-Mechanical Assembler - Coil Winder (1st Shift)

Electro-Mechanical Assembler Coil Winder

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

Our San Diego Manufacturing Depot provides sustainment support for legacy Raytheon magnetics products used in Aegis and Patriot Radar systems. We build and repair electrical transformers, power supplies, and magnetic assemblies utilizing expertise in coil winding, electrical assembly, soldering, encapsulation, welding/machining, and electrical testing.

A successful candidate will join a small, highly skilled team directly supporting the warfighter mission. This position follows a 9/80 work schedule.

The Electro-Mechanical Assembler Coil Winder is responsible for precision winding of transformer coils and magnetic assemblies in accordance with engineering specifications and military standards. This role supports the sustainment of fielded radar systems and directly impacts mission readiness of the warfighter.

What You Will Do

• Operate heavy-duty, star, and toroidal coil winding machines to wind wire coils to exact specifications using specialized tools and techniques.
• Prepare materials and componentsincluding cores, wire, coil tubes, insulation, and statorsfor winding operations.
• Apply insulation materials, terminate and solder leads in accordance with J-STD-001, and perform necessary trimming and preparation steps.
• Conduct visual and dimensional inspections of wound coils; perform tests to verify compliance with quality requirements and engineering drawings.
• Assist with basic maintenance, setup, calibration, or minor repairs of coil-winding machines and tooling.
• Follow detailed work instructions, travelers, and engineering documentation; accurately record production data and quality results.
• Cut, strip, bend, route, and secure wire leads using pliers, wire scrapers, and other hand tools.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area; adhere strictly to Raytheon safety procedures and EHS requirements.
• Collaborate with engineers, supervisors, and team members to resolve issues, improve processes, and support continuous improvement.
• Lift, carry, or move components up to 25 lbs. unassisted.
• Ability to work independently and within a small, highly skilled team on a 9/80 schedule.
• This is an onsite, 1st shift position supporting depot production operations.

What You Will Learn

• Strong understanding of electrical components and basic electrical principles.
• Proficiency with hand tools and wire-handling tools.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift/move materials as required.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D. in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant manufacturing or assembly experience.
• Minimum 1 year of production hand-soldering experience.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and/or work instructions.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• J-STD-001 soldering certification.
• Experience winding coils for transformers or magnetic assemblies.
• Familiarity with military/defense manufacturing environments or AS9100/ISO-certified facilities.
• Experience with electrical testing, insulation materials, or measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, etc.).
• Experience troubleshooting winding machine issues and support continuous improvement.

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Relocation Assistance is not provided for this role.

The salary range for this role is $25-$32/hour. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.